Grab The Mic grand finale hits Lagos today

After weeks of competing in the regions, where talents were selected, the grand finale of the Comedy Central’s Grab The Mic holds today, at the Eko hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, where the winner takes home the grand prize of N1.5 million, along with the golden opportunity of sharing a stage with Ali Baba.

While the top six finalists and two wild card contestants will battle it out at the finale, the panel of judges, alongside ace comedian Ali Baba, will include Funke Akindele and Frank Donga. The judges’ verdict will determine who amongst the six finalists – Nyerhorwo Ndaxwell, Emmanuel Oliver, Coxson Christian, Justice Kalawa, Daniel Jonah Nyah, Oveze Godwin Jagbojo and the two wild card contestant will be crowned, winner.

Comedian, Seyi Law will host the live television show and the grand finale will broadcast on December17, on Comedy Central (DSTV channel 122) and MTV Base (DSTV channel 322).

Executive Vice President & Managing Director at Viacom International Media Networks Africa, Alex Okosi in statement said, “Comedy Central has been creating content and original programming, bringing the best of stand-up and sketch comedy together with classic television shows and movies to audiences in Africa as a brand since we launched in 2010. At VIMN Africa we pride ourselves in creating platforms to showcase our local talent and with Comedy Central Presents Grab the Mic, we have worked with Maltina to bring together the best of young and legendary comedians in the country. We are excited about this partnership in successfully delivering the very first Grab the Mic in Nigeria.”